Everyone loves the Kismet for its style, comfort and ability to hold large groups of 20 passengers, we also include rafts and water hammocks at no extra charge. We cruise the harbor, discuss historic areas if you want or drop anchor off a deserted island to swim and lounge in the floats. The water in the summer gets up to 87 degrees and perfect for swimming.

Families love the kismet as its safe for children and very comfortable for the entire family. All charters are BYOB and we have coolers with ice, bottle water and soft drinks included. There is also a nice and clean bathroom onboard.

We strive to provide the best experience possible with excellent customer service and the best boating experience in Charleston. Each charter has a professional master captain and a first mate to drive the boat and also help serve you and make your trip perfect every time.

Standard trips are 2 hours but can be as long as 4 hours. If the morning time is booked please ask us about the other times.

Private Morning Excursions on Yacht Kismet up to 20 passengers

Charleston's most exciting Speed Boat Adventure Tour! Experience the thrill of driving your own F13 speed boat during this 2-hour tour of the world-famous Charleston Harbor. See the city from a unique vantage point as your guide shares facts and stories about Charleston. This 13-mile guided tour hits all the best sights and attractions around. Follow your guide to top Charleston Harbor attractions such as the Battery, USS Yorktown, Arthur Ravenel Jr Bridge, and more! Learn from your guide about these landmarks via the onboard communication system. Don't forget to take photos and look for local wildlife along the way. No boating experience is required, you will learn the basics of operating the speedboat from your guide before heading out on the water. You must be 21 years old to drive the speed boat.

Charleston Harbor Speed Boat Adventure Tour

Relax and enjoy a refreshing beverage as we cruise the Charleston harbor, take in a history tour or enjoy a swim or do it all! BYOB or add catering.. All charters are private, only those you bring will be onboard, there is a captain and 1st mate who operate the vessel. A true luxury yachting experience!

Yes 15 passengers total, Kismet is a Coast Guard inspected vessel and can legally take large parties with no bareboat contracts.

BYOB, yes you can bring anything you want, including beer, wine, liquor, and food. You can make it easy on yourself and order beer, wine, and gourmet catering through Caviar and Bananas. They can deliver the food and drinks directly to the boat. A clean bathroom is onboard. 

We allow you to swim off the boat or lounge in our floats.

If you want the best customer service and the longest running private charter company in Charleston, look no further!


Private Sunset Harbor Tour 20 passenger party Yacht Kismet

Enjoy two hours cruising the harbor on a private center console captained by a professional yacht captain. Stop at secluded island beaches for shark tooth hunting, shelling or just enjoy the sunset while looking at mansions along the way. 
We pass by all the historic areas of the harbor and more. The perfect boat to see and do it all in style!
Southern Charm can reach speeds of 30mph, in two hours we can cover a lot of ground and visit many parts of the harbor. Get dropped off at Shem Creeks many restaurants is an option or have it catered through Caviar and Bananas.
We provide, cooler with ice, soft drinks, bottled water, Bluetooth boat stereo, Emergency porto potty, and Rain ponchos just in case
You may bring any food or beverages onboard.

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Private Morning Excursions on Yacht Kismet up to 20 passengers

Charleston Harbor Speed Boat Adventure Tour

Private Sunset Harbor Tour 20 passenger party Yacht Kismet

Private Sunset BYOB Boat Ride on Southern Charm